This powerful network security appliance has served me well, but I've upgraded my setup.
The Firewalla Gold is an all-in-one cybersecurity router that protects your entire home or small business network. It acts as both a firewall and router, blocking threats, monitoring traffic, and giving you complete control over your network.
Key features:
-Enterprise-grade firewall protection for all your devices
-VPN server (host your own secure VPN) and VPN client capabilities
-Ad blocking across your entire network
-Parental controls and device management
-Intrusion detection and prevention
-Network segmentation (separate IoT devices, guest network, etc.)
-Real-time traffic monitoring and alerts
-No subscription fees - you own it outright
Includes: Power adapter and wall mount plate
This is the original Gold model with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. Perfect for anyone wanting robust network security without monthly fees or cloud dependency. Everything is managed locally through their well-designed app (available on Android and iOS).